1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | 348 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |